Best kitchenware shops in Chicago

Chicago is known for its fantastic food scene—from pizza (obviously) to some of the best fine dining in the country, great hole in the wall diners and everything in between—but what's a Chicagoan to do when left to their own devices to cook at home? Little known fact: The city boasts some pretty great local kitchenware shops that will allow you to produce DIY culinary goodness. Top-of-the-line-knives, pots, pans, bakeware and charming vintage cookie jars, fancy serving platters, china and even hostess gifts are all available. Whatever your cooking and entertaining needs, you'll find everything you're looking for at these local kitchen stores.